How to Create a Countdown Timer Overlay for Your Stream

Create engaging countdown timers for your streaming content with OverlayOn's customizable countdown overlay templates.

Countdown timers are essential for building anticipation and engagement in your streaming content. Whether you're starting a new stream, launching a product, or counting down to an event, a professional countdown overlay can significantly enhance viewer experience.

In this tutorial, we'll show you how to create and customize a countdown timer overlay that perfectly matches your streaming brand and keeps your audience engaged.

Setting Up Your Countdown Timer

1. Access the Countdown Template Visit the OverlayOn countdown template to get started with your countdown overlay.

   

2. Customize Your Timer Set your target date and time, and customize the appearance to match your brand.

   

3. Configure Display Options Choose which time units to display (days, hours, minutes, seconds) and adjust the styling.

4. Generate Your Overlay Once configured, generate your custom overlay URL for integration with your streaming software.

   

Adding to OBS Studio

1. Download OBS Studio If you haven't already, download OBS Studio for your streaming setup.

2. Add Browser Source In OBS, add a new Browser Source to your scene.

   

3. Configure the Source Paste your OverlayOn countdown URL and adjust the dimensions as needed.

   

4. Position Your Overlay Position the countdown timer in your scene where it provides maximum impact.

   

Countdown timers are powerful tools for building anticipation and engagement with your audience.

Best Practices for Countdown Timers

With OverlayOn's countdown timer template, you can create professional-looking overlays that build excitement and keep your audience engaged. The customizable options allow you to match your brand perfectly.

Start creating your own countdown timer overlay today and boost your streaming engagement!

Use countdown timers strategically to maximize their impact on your streaming content and audience retention.